Hartley's Crocodile Adventure

WHAT YOU VISIT
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
The 25 acre wildlife sanctuary located at the foothills of the MacAlister Range is Northern Australia's largest wildlife attraction. A series of pathways and boardwalks through the park provide an eco friendly way to view the various native animals in their natural habitats. Explore Hartleys Lagoon, home of the Australian saltwater croc on specially designed eco boats and learn about the ecological significance of Northern Australias melaleuca wetlands. All around the parklands waterways you will see colourful water birds, prehistoric looking lizards of all shapes and sizes, the grand and highly endangered cassowaries and cute and cuddly koalas. See exciting and educational wildlife presentations including a snake show featuring some of the world's most venomous snakes and cassowary. The Gondwana Gateway takes you on an intriguing journey through the evolution of Australia's unique animals and the continent they originated from 200 million years ago where dinosaurs once roamed.

PHOTO OPPORTUNITY
Paul, the 60 year old 14 foot long crocodile is definitely the star of the show but the sanctuary also features crocodiles, kangaroos and koalas as well as lesser known creatures like cassowaries and quolls.

WHAT YOU SEE ALONG THE WAY
The leisurely 45 minute drive from Cairns takes you through the suburb of seaside communities of Yorkeys Knob, Trinity Beach, Palm cove and Ellis Beach.